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A Tanjore shamshir (sword)

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Item Details

Description

dating: 18th Century
provenance: India
Flat, fine, wootz damask, single-edged blade, small pitting from fighting; solid iron grip with angled pommel and faceted grip, cross-shaped quillon; iron scabbard with two suspension ring. Iron surface (grip and scabbard) with small damages from rust. Scarce.

dimensions: length 93 cm.

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A Tanjore shamshir (sword)

Name: A Tanjore shamshir (sword)
SKU: 45404140
Price: 1500 EUR
Availability: InStock

Estimate €600 - €900

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Starting Price €600

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